George Town Street View: Sungai Ujong Road

Sungai Ujong Road

Sungai Ujong Road

Sungai Ujong Road (or Jalan Sungai Ujong) lies at the end of the old Prangin River that once existed in the area. Sungai Ujong Road also serves as the connection between Prangin Road and Kimberley Street. There is a steel rod art sculpture depicting the early days of the road in the 19th century of Penang.

George Town Street View: Chowrasta Road

Chowrasta Road

Chowrasta Road in George Town is a busy road during the morning due to the Chowrasta Market that is located there. It is one of the roads surrounding the Chowrasta Market, which was established by local Indian traders in the 19th century. The word “chowrasta” was found to actually refer to “four crossroads”, likely pointing towards the four roads surrounding the market.